IV. MISCELLANEOUS
The YIP held a press conference on Thursday,
June 15, 1972, at their headquarters, 167M- Meridian Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida* Neither JERRY RUBIN nor ABBX£ HOFFMAN
was present and the spokesman was JEFF SCHERRO, who uses
the name JEFF KNIGHTBYRD. It was stated that the yip planned *
so marches and no confrontations at the Democratic Convention
and that instead, they would focus protest on the Republican
Convention, which would hit the Beach in August. Further,
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YIP dropped its estimate of demonstrators for the Democratic
Convention from 100,000 to 50.000 and indicated they no
longer needed the Bay shore Golf Course as a campsite and
indicated the Miaoi Beach Senior High School athletic field
and the. Par Three Course would suffice* In regard to the
Democratic Convention, they indicated they would shift
their emphasis from political protest to a "cultural and
artistic expression of new life possibilities* 1 * They
predicted a "mass mobilization 1 * for the GOP Convention
but added, "We thinX a massive non-violent presence will
be more effective in stopping the war than street fighting*"
At the Bay shore Golf Course, "Zippie" spokesman
PATRICK SMALL claimed the group had seeded the golf course
with 30 pounds of marijuana seed, dropped from a small plane
on June 8, 1972, before dawn*
The Zippies are an offshoot of the YIP and the normal
leader is TQM FORCADE *
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The June 16, 1972 edition of the "Miami Her; Id,"
regular Miami newspaper, reflected an article captioned
"Yippies Cancel Demo Protest Plans," and on the continuing
page, it was captioned "Yippies Cancel Demo Protest; Will
Hit GOP."
"In an abrupt switch, the Youth International
Party said Thursday it plans 'no marches and no
confrontations' at the Democratic Convention,
which begins July 10 in Miami Beach.
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"Instead, YIP spokesmen said, they'll
focus protest on the Republican Convention ,
which will hit the beach in August*
"Yippie spokesmen dr6pped their estimate
of demonstrators for the first convention from
100/000 to 50,000 or less, and said they no
longer need Bayshore Gol-f Course as a campsite.
"With smaller numbers, they said. Beach Mayor
Chuck Hall's offer of Miami Beach Senior High
School athletic field and the Par Three Golf
Course will suffice.
"The announcement was a surprise because the
YIP has the biggest names — Jerry Rubin and
Abbie Hoffman — and the best financing of all
the white anti-war protest groups now operating
in Miami.
"Neither Rubin nor Hoffman, however, was
present for the press conference at which the
YIP announced its new plans*
" 'You can think of the conventions as a stew, ■
said Jeff Nightbyrd, YIP spokesman,
"'The Republicans are the meat* The Democrats
are the vegetables, City officials are the carrots
The people of the city are the gravy and we are
the spice*
"'The meat is tainted, too many carrots have
had their heads underground and we gotta change
the recipe*'"
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"Behind the announcement was the fact that
the Miaai Beach City Council has refused so far
to designate campsites demanded by the YIP and
other protest groups.
M In their announcement, YIP leaders blamed
this on the Nixon Administration i
M, Our work here leads us to believe the
Republicans would welcome a chaotic situation
which would discredit the Democratic Party • • •
We do not want to be a party to that.'
"Admitting that no one protest group can
control all others for the conventions* the
Yippies claimed only that their announcement
would 'set the tone 1 for demonstrators flocking
to the two conventions.
M A broader statement from nine protest groups
was expected* Including the YIP, the nine groups
were scheduled to present their needs to Gov*
Reubin Askew* a citizens committee for convention
planning*
"Speaking only for themselves, the Yippies
said they will shift their emphasis at" the
Democratic Convention from political protest to
'a cultural and artistic expression of new life
possibilities* 1
"That means, they said, counter-culture poet
Alan Ginsberg will lead 'chanting,' while artists
will express themselves through such unconventional
presentations as 'sky art,* for which searchlights
and sky writing planes were included as 'possibilities. *
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•••We want to make clear we are not endorsing
any candidate of the Democratic Party, 1 the YIP
said. 'However, we see several progressive
elements working among the Democrats , and will do
everything possible to create a peaceful atmosphere
where they can work unhindered ♦ *
H They predicted a 'mass mobilization* for the
GOP convention, but added: 'We think a massive
non-violent presence will be more effective in
stopping the war than, street fighting
"Meanwhile, at Bayshore Golf Course, a splinter
group of the YIP calling themselves Zippies announced
plans for a marijuana smoke-in which they hope to
conduct on that site July 9.
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"Zippie spokesman Pat Small claimed the group
has already seeded the golf course with 30 pounds
of marijuana seed dropped from a small airplane
June 8 before dawn*
••Asked who provided the plane, he replied:
"•The Zippie Air Force. 1
••Together, the two announcements seemed to
indicate that white youths have shifted their
anti-war demonstrations away from the Democratic
Convention, and will concentrate instead on a
counter-culture exhibition of what they call
•alternative life-styles, •
"At least two black groups,, however, still
plan protest demonstrations at the Democratic
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"Convention. These are the Southern Christian
Leadership Conference and the National Welfare
Rights Organization."
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DEMONSTRATIONS DURING FORTHCOMING
NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC AND REPUBLICAN
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Abbott Howard Hoffman
On July 14, 1972, Abbott Howard Hoffman appeared for
approximately seven minutes on the National Broadcasting
Company (NBC) television show, the "Today Show," during which
time Hoffman was interviewed by co-hosts, Barbara Walters and
Hugh Downs.
Abbott Howard Hoffman, also known
as Abbie Hoffman, was found guilty
of anti-riot law violations that
arose from activities during the
national convention at Chicago,
Illinois, August, 1968. Pending an
appeal, he was released on bond by
the United States Court of Appeals,
Chicago, Illinois.
During his appearance, Hoffman mentioned his role
in the upcoming book entitled VOTE , and*" which will be
concerned with demonstrations at the two national party
conventions. He mentioned the funds received from the book
will be used to support demonstrations during the Republican Conven
tion in Miami. Hoffman said he hoped the book will be good
"propaganda" for the Youth International party (YIP) .
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Abbott Howard Hoffman
The YIP, also known as Yippies, Is a
loosely knit j anti-estetilshment,
revolutionary youth organization formed
in New York City, in January, 1968.
Regarding the upcoming Republican Convention,
Hoffman remarked he will be "in the streets, " and that he
anticipated "massive militant demonstrations,* 1 against
President Nixon's war policy and domestic policy.
When asked by Barbara Walters If he will be leading
the demonstrations, Hoffman remarked "No, I don't consider
myself a leader, " but stated he "will be playing a role in the
demonstrations. Hoffman concluded to the question, "You're
trying to get me In another trial Barbara."
When asked if he anticipated another Chicago,
Hoffman remarked "In some sense I hope we do have a repeat
of Chicago in that we have an impact on the political process."
Hoffman concluded tttfc he hoped there will not be violence as
there was in Chicago.
When asked if his political Ideology has changed,
Hoffman remarked, "No, some of the tactics have change^, but
not the goals. Now I believe in socialism, redistribution of
the wealth, and an end to imperialism and racism. "
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INTERNAL SECURITY - YIP
DEMONSTRATIONS DURING THE
NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION
AND C0NTO1PLATED DEMONSTRATIONS
DURING THE REPUBLICAN CONVENTION,
MIAMI BEACH f FLORIDA
1972
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also known as Yippies, is a loosely
knit, anti-establishment revolutionary
youth organization formed in
New York City in January, 1968.
Following a factional dispute in
May, 1972, the YIP divided into two
factions, the Yippies, headed by a
YIP collective, and the Zippies,
headed by THOMAS KING FORCADE, a
member of the underground press
syndicate.
VARIOUS PLANS AND ACTUAL ACTIVITIES
RELATIVE TO THE YOUTH INTERNA TIONAL
PARTY (YIP) AT MIAM I. FLORIDA
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Notices were posted at the Miami Beach Campus of
Florida Atlantic University that the YIP would sponsor a
film "The Qiicago Seven* at that campus at 1 FM on July 5,
1972. Notices were also posted on that campus that ABBlfi
HOFFMAN of YIP would speak at the campus on July 6, 1972.
JERRY RUBIN and ABBlfi HOFEMAN on June 18, 1970 were
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rouna guilty or anti-riot law vioiariona wai arose rrom
activities during the Democratic National Convention in
Chicago, Illinois, in August, 1968, Pending an appeal, they
were released on bond by the United States Court of Appeals,
Oiicago, Illinois.
Permission was granted the Youth International Party
to conduct a parade on June 29, 1972 from 2 PM to 5 PH. The
parade was to form on Washington Avenue On front of the
Convention Hall and conclude at the Par 3 Golf Course parking
lot. The individual who reportedly was given this permit on
behalf of the Youth International Party had the name of
juaarn <j» oinna, ooux norm ivsnaan mtivo, ruamx* in« paraan
permit reflected there would be approximately 200 marchers and
the date of the application was June 26, 1972 •
On June 29 » 1972, YIP staged a one hour anti-war
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disorganized march from the front of the Miami Beach
Convention Hall to the Par 3 Bayshore Golf Course, About
45 person* participated, although at times the line of march
exceeded 150, mostly "teenie boppers", or real young teen-agers
who followed along* The marchers carried numerous placards
bearing anti-war slogans, such as "Will the U. S. Army
occupy Miami Beach this summer?" , "War Ain't Healthy",
"Free Martha Mitchell", "NIXDN Is A Sneaky Goy", "War Ain't
Right".
During the line of march the participants staged
a show with an anti-war theme. Several of the marchers
were in costume and reportedly immitated MARTHA MITCHELL and
President NIXON.
At the beginning of the gathering in front of
Convention Hall, Miami Beach Mayor CHUCK HALL appeared in
his white Rolls Royce convertible and praised the demonstrators
for their peaceful actions. Mayor HALL indicated to them
that he had been trying to get a golf course for them, and
the best way they could do it was by the law.
The march started out with some anti-war singing
with obscenities, but this was cut down somewhat at the
request of the Mayor. A short mock meeting was held ( ©presenting
the Miami Beach City Council.
JERRY RUBIN was dressed in what was reported to be
a bathing suit but was actually long underwear and was one
of the predominant individuals in this affair.
The marchers concluded the march at the Par 3
Golf Course where they were welcomed by senior citizens
carrying a placard "Senior Citizens of Miami Beach welcome
TO Non-Delegates With Love".
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The marchers were escorted by policemen on motor-
cycles. It was peaceful and there was no disturbance of
any kind. JERRY RU1IN, who is considered the leader of the
YIP movement in Miami, indicated he was pleased with the
march and demonstration because of the coverage it received
by local and national news media. The only regret of the YIP
members, including JERRY RUBIN, was that possibly the march
was too long and that Mayor CHUCK HALL of Miami Beach had
gained too much of the "spot light" in comparison with
themselves.
RE i YOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARTY
KATHIE STREEM is very active in the YIP movement
and wrote an article called FOR** YIPPIES MARCM IN
MIAMI BEACH. Thie article is as follows*
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FORE! TIPPIES MARCH IN MIAMI BEACH
by Kathie Streem
For about two months how, movement groups have bees
negotiating with city officials of ml* mlahi beach for
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GONVENTXONS THIS SUMMER, A LOT OF TALKING WAS ABOUT ALL
WAT CAMS OUT OF THS MEETINGS AND ALL THE ACTION TOOK PL ACS
INSIDE AIR-CONDITIONED OFFICES. ON JUNE 29, THE XOUTH
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International Party, frustrated and restless from weeks of
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STREETS. IT HAD NEVER BEEN DONE IN Ml AH I BEACH BEFORE.
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HISTORY OF THE CITY WAS CALLED AND AT LEAST 500 PEOPLE
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ONE OF THS MOST COLORFUL AND IMAGINATIVE GUERILLA ThSaTRE '
MARCHES TO GOME OUT OF THS MOVEMENT IN A WHILE — FILLED
WITH COSTUMES, STAGE MAKE-UP AND UNIFORMS OF POLITICAL
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d&signatet. starting point,- claiming he 'had been invited*
.Mayor Hall began to leal the march himself-, with the press
drooling all over his bea utiful , sun-tanned face, until
disgusted Tippies politely escorted him to the middle of the
line, while others screamed: "hfe're not going to follow thm
Mayor $ HO MATTER HOW NICE HE is!" HaLL MISEf DIDN f T WANT
TO STAY IN FRONT ANYWAY, WITH 500 PEOPLE BEHIND HIM SHOUTINC
"1-2-3-4- WE DON'T WANT YOUR jQgjjgP WAR1 " Th * H**™ °*r*
A BRIEF LECTURE ON OBSENITY BEFORE LEAVING, AND THE
CHANTING BECAME LOUDER.
The march went from the Convention Hall to the
Par-Three Golf Course, which seemed longer than a mile
in ti:e extreme heat* Approximately 150 Senior Citizens
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JV/e r i<r r/:£ colf cocrar:: fo/i about an hour
WITH SPEECHES FROM SENIOR CITIZENS, TlPPXES AND, ONCE AGAIN,
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r/rcr SPOKE of war ATROCITIES and held posters (which the
THEMSELVES Made) PLEADING: "SEND OUR SONS HOME— -END THE
war HOW!" They also pledged their support of non-delegates
COMING DOWN THIS SUMMER IV A MOST GENEROUS MANNER — •* "OlVk)
THEM ANYTHING THEY NEED."
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Jerry Rubin, attired in red underwear and carrying a
ft
"FREE MARTHA MITCHELL" sigh, startled the Mayor by announc
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(thi8 was the camp-site originally rejected by the City
Council* though the decision is expected to be reversed).
Ed Sanders was dressed up as General Creiohton C. Blackmar
AND PASSED OUT SHALL PACKETS OF WHITE POWDER LABELED
"CIA Heroin*" He also read poetry:
I ah General Creighton C. Blackmarket
I bomb North Vietnam without
THE APPROVAL Or CIVILIAN AUTHORITIES
I AM THE HILITARY-INDUSTRIAL-REROIN COMPLEX
I AM HEROIN
in grade 8ch00l8
brought hers by corrupt
U*S. officials in Southeast Asim
I AM THE WHEEL OF DEATH
SPINNING THROUGH
THE MINDS OF THE Y0UN0.
And Stew Albert, whose sign reap "Martha Mitchell Needs
Chicken Soup", also won the hearts of the old with his
speech: "We are not marching only to have a good time ani
to get Nixon uptight, but to show our solidarity and love
for the Vietnamese people, who ha re zmxezmjex inspired us
to fight back." Albert, a former candidate for Sheriff
in Alameda County, was frequently interrupted by Mayor Hal
who kept shouting, "That *s right Sheriff!" Albert snappm
back, "Just remember, a Sheriff can arrest a Mayor!" and
THE CONCERNED LIBERAL FINALLY LAPSED INTO SILENCE*
The rally broke up when a group or Tippies and Senior
Citizens decided to "shoot a few holes or golf and blow their
MINDS, "
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Members of YIP held a free -share picnic at
Lurarous Park on July 2, 1972, primarily to get the senior
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total of 600 people were there, 300 of which would normally
be at the park on a Sunday afternoon and probably about 300
turned out to see what was going on. There was no violence,
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senior citizens trying to grab up too much food and jamminq
it into sacks. There were probably about 18 to 20 members,
of YIP there and most of the collective and a spokesman, —
JEFF KNIGHTBYRD, indicated to the senior citizens that the
picnic was aimed at dispelling "scare" rumors and debunking
of talk of crime in the streets. Also, KNIGHTBYRD had
indicated that the YIP group would even go further than
supporting a non-violence pact proposed by RENNIE DAVIS and
the Coalition for Peace and Justice. KNIGHTBYRD indicated
that the YIPs thought there had been too much stress on
violence and that a peace fulness pact is better than a
non-violflnca oaet.
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The Youth International Party held a demonstration
at La Goree Country Club, Miami Beach, from 11 AM to 12 Moon
on July 6, 1972 « The demonstration consisted of 78 individuals
carrying signs as follows t
"TRICK? DICK RIDES AGAIN"
"UNCLE HO 15 A MENCH"
"TERMINATION OF DISCRIMINATION* •
"YIPPIES AND YIDDLSS"
"LET OUT PEOPLE IN"
"MARTHA MITCHELL NEEDS CHICKEN SOUP"
"DAY CARE NOT COUNTRY CLUB - YIP"
"SUPPORT JESUS CHRIST - SUPER JEW - LET OUT PEOPLE IN"
"SUPPORT OY JEWISH CONSPIRACY"
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The demonstrators were supported by a few members
of the Students for a Democratic Society and just prior to
the demonstration, a U-Haul rental van, passenger size,
cam* in bearing a Mew York license plate which had on it
written SDS. The demonstrators walked up and down on
the sidewalk toy the entrance and exit to the country club
for about 20 minutes and then spoke to the news media for a
few minutes. They proceeded with their signs into the rear
parking lot of the club and again talked to the news media.
The spokesman and STEWART ALBERT who spoke about Jews and
blacks not being admitted to La Gorce Country Club and
discrimination in general. In addition, there were a few
Jewish senior citizens, one of whom spoke about there lrning
discrimination at this country club. This person said he
could not be a member of the club because he was circumcised*
The only Negro there mentioned going into the club, was was
told by Major PHI LB IN that if he did so he would be
arrested. He did not go in. The group disbanded and left
at noon.
Also attending were three concerned religious
leaders who wore red armbands for the jairpoee of helping to
maintain order and control the situation.
Students For a Democratic Society
(SDS) was founded during 1962 at
Port Huron, Michigan, and in the
1960s functioned as the leading
New Left campus -based student
orgaifeatin in the United States.
From an initial posture of
"participating democracy, 1 * SDS
moved to a radical-revolutionary
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position with debate centering
on how best to create a
revolutionary youth movement.
Internal factionalism produced
a split during the SDS National
Convention in June, 196 9 9 which
resulted in the following three
factions:
Weatherman ;
Worker Student Alliance~~(ffsA) ;
Revolutionary Youth Movement (RYM)
The Weatherman and RYM are no longer affiliated
with the SDS. The WSA continues to use the name SDS and
maintains its national headquarters at Boston, Massachusetts
The demonstration at La Gorce Country Club,
Miami Beach, which took place on July 6, 1972, was actually
promoted and put on by the YIPs. &U<_
lhe Youth International Party sponsored a free
share feast with "the senior citizens, non-delegates,
and the whole community" to be held at 6:30 m, Sunday,
July 9, at the Flamingo Park Baseball Field, Miami Beach.
It was stated there would be an "acre of watermelons
sculptured as NIXON' s face" for you to "devour • " In addition!
the YIPs have decided to support the smoke-in which is to be
in the late afternoon or evening of July 9. This saoke-in
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is primarily a project of the Zippies, the off-factin of the
YIP headed by TOM FORGADE and PATRICK SMALL* Numerous
members of the Zippies passed the hat at Flamingo Park on
a continuous basis to try to collect money for the smoke-in*
The plans were that there would be a program about 10 PM on
July 9, 1972 on the patio of Lummus Park Auditorium, Miami
Baach, at Which ALLEN GINSBERG and ABBIE HOFFMAN would
appear* Plans also called for a "wedding of the generations"
further described as a symbolic joining of the old and the
young* The SCLC was placed in charge of matters at Flamingo
Park as far as rules were concerned by the Miami Beach City
Council. The YIPs had a meeting and indicated they would not
sign any SCLC agreement* In connection with the various
groups at the Flamingo Park camp site, the Gay Activists
Alliance, the Vietnam Veterans Against the War, and the Miami
Conventions Coalition, all indicated they would not sign any
agreements of SCLC. The Yippies do not want any "Jesus freaks 1
preaching around the camp site and this also was a problem
with other various groups at the Flamingo Park camp site*
Iho Miami Conventions Coalition
was formed at a national meeting
in Washington, 0*C, , on
May 20, 1972 as a coalition of
groups planning protest, activities
at the Democratic and Republican
National Conventions,
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The Southern Christian Leadership
Conference founded by the late
Reverend MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.,
Is headquartered at Atlanta ,
Georgia*
On Sunday, July 2, 1972, a picnic was held at
Cf*>M» »nA * TVivn . Mi Ami Beach . Which was orimarilv
put on for the senior citizens. There were about 75 Yippies
and about 400 people altogether. The senior citizens
outnumbered the Yippies by a ratio of about four to one and
it was held by the Yippies basically to get the support
of the senior citizens or older people in Miami Beach. During
the picnic, PATRICK SMALL with five followers appeared and
attempted to solicit money for the Zippiea. At this time
effect that PATRICK S4ALL and his group were no longer part
of the Yippies and PATRICK SMALL departed. There were no
problems in connection with this picnic and after it was
over the area was cleaned up by the Yippies.
The free share feast scheduled for Sunday,
July 9, 1972, was held and food, particularly watermelons,
distributed by the YIPs to the senior citizens. Therewas
no violence in regard to this affair.
On July 4, 1972, shortly before 2 PM, approximately
25 to 30 individuals gathered at a canal located at
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Dade Boulevard and Washington Avenue in Miami Beach, Flowers
were strewn into a canal at that location and a small casket
floated on the water as symbolic reference to the death of
NGUYEN THAI BXNH, a Vietnamese killed during a hijack attempt
during the previous week. The group departed this location
at about 2 s 30 PM and marched one block to the Miami Beach
Convention Center where they again gathered and passed out
a pamphlet criticising the killing of THAI and in general
United States involvement in Vietnam. Members of the Youth
International Party along with some other_ groups ^participated
in this matter.
July 4, 1972
Observed by
Special Agents
of the FBI
On July 9, 1972, from about 2*30 PM, a smoke-in
was held at Flamingo Park which was promoted by the ZIP
faction of the YIP and supported by YIP. There were about
20 0 or 300 in the smoke-in and they marched from the park to
the Convention Kail. There was smoking on the way and by
the time the marchers reached the Convention Hall, there
were about 800 or 900 people. Many of them joined the line
of march as it proceeded. After being there for a short
time they marched back towards Flamingo Park. There was no
violence, no arrests, and it was a peaceful affair. The
smoke -in is actually more or less a continuous type of thing
going on at Flamingo Park.
There is a break-up in the leadership of the ZIP
faction and it appears there is a great deal of dissension
in having TOM FORCABfi and PATRICK SMALL as the leaders of the
ZIP faction.
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The YIPs and the ZIPs published an article which
referred to a iiarch and demonstration to be held on July 11,
1972* This also related to some additional plans .
•At high noon today, Tuesday, the YIP/Zippie
pulls down the zippers of the candidates,
"Assemble by the Flamingo Park stage for the
•Know your candidate parade' to the convention center and
beyond. The entire march route will consist of ri^it turns
to honor George McGovern's recent back peddling on the
issues of 1972 such as pot, abortion, military spending, and
Donald Duck.
"Once at the convention hall, there will be the
•laugh-in for Muskie', a 'yawn-in for Wilbur Mills', a
'took-in for Chisholnt', and an 'egg-in for humpty dumpty'.
Experts will once again attempt to put humpty dumpty back
together again. The 'put Teddy in the driver's seat
brigade* will also dedicate the moat on the north side of
the convention complex, the 'Wary Jo Kopechne causeway'.
Symbolic steering wheels will then be emersed in the stream.
"A Wallace wheelchair race to the oceanfront will
follow pursued by mask-wearing members of the Bremer Defense
i/e ague. Once on the beach, it will be sink or swim for the
washed-up George.
"At 3:00 PM on Tuesday, if we survive all of the
above, we'll conduct an 'abortion and prison reform march'
from Flamingo Park to the convention hall. We'll graphically
dramatize women's rights and need for abortion upon demand.
The Zippies will also call for the total integration of the
U.S. prison system and its several million population back
into the mainstream of American society. Our solution to
that problem is simple* 'declare all of Ameri&a as a
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"And don't forget the LPJ Day, 3:00 P.M., march
and rally in Flamingo ParX on Wednesday. Details to come
later.
(Signed) Youth International Party/
Zippie
P.O. Box 132
Miami, Florida 33142
Telephone - Area Code
305-444-5837
too
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DANA BEAL, who is active in the Zippies, did a
lot of talking at flamingo Park and indicated that the
forces -would have to be organized if they wanted to defeat
NIXON and his capitalistic pigs. This occurred on July 11,
1972. They also talked about getting wheelchairs ready
for the "Wheelchairs for Wallace*' parade. Some of the
most active individuals in this demonstration were PATRICK
SMALL, JOHN MATTES , and TIM SLATER. During the march some
ART BREMER masks were worn, and ART BREMER is the individual
who was involved in the shooting and attempted assassination
of Governor WALLACE.
TOM FORCADE , who has been the leader of the
Zippie faction along with PAT SMALL, also was active in this
march, which consisted of about 400 people. The march went
to the Convention Hall area and a WALLACE wheelchair was
thrown over the fence. The demonstrators then went to a
bridge over a creek outside the hall and had a false TED
KENNEDY attack by throwing a wooden steering wheel in the
water and singing "Bridge Over Troubled Waters'*, and naming
the moat "Mary Jo Causeway". There was quite a bit of obscene
language used, some of which was on posters. They were
predicting anywhere from 20,000 to 40,000 people for the
Republican Convention. There is a great deal of strife
between the Yippies, the Zippies, the WAW, the Gay Activists,
and the Jesus Freaks at Flamingo Park.
ABB IE HOFFMAN publicized plans for a picnic at the
Florida Atlantic University Extension located at the Ida
Fisher School, Miami Beach, Florida, scheduled between
11:45 A.M., and 1:00 P.M., on July 6, 1972, after which a
film would be shown in the auditorium.
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On July 11, 1972, a demonstration was held at the
Doral Hotel, Miami Beach, which hotel is the headquarters of
Senator MC GOVERN, Presidential candidate. The demonstrators
arrived at about 2*15 P.M., and there were about 100 at this
time. The demonstration was organized in place of the proposed
SDS demonstration at the Miami Beach Police Department, which
had originally been scheduled for 2:00 P.M. This alternate
demonstration had been organized by SDS , the Zippies, Southern
Christian Leadership Conference, WAM, and other groups present
in the Flamingo Park area. By 3j00 P.M., the number of
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Individuals at this demonstration had risen to 400 to 500.
The demonstrators attempted to enter the door of the hotel,
to begin with, but were turned back by the Florida Highway
Patrol and membexs of other local police agencies. However,
law enforcement personnel were requested by the MC GOVERN
delegation and hotel management to allow the demonstrators
to continue their actions. Subsequently, the demonstrators
again approached the hotel lobby and were allowed to enter.
About 300 of them got into the lobby, occupied the lobby,
and moved into a ballroom off the lobby. The general purpose
of the demonstration was to get Senator MC GOVERN to speak to
them concerning his policies on Vietnam and on tax reform.
The SOS group also wanted MC GOVERN to sign their anti-racism
bill. The overall group wanted to express their feelings to
MC GOVERN concerning an incident on July 9, 1972, when a
black woman was struck by an automobile being driven by E. C.
RAVENHOLT, a HUMPHREY delegate and administrative aide to
Senator IN0UYE of Hawaii. They wanted RAVENHOLT to be held
responsible and assume all liability for the expenses incurred
by the accident victim.
During the course of the demonstration, at about
5:20 P.M., about 15 to 20 Gay Activists came into the lobby
and were chanting, "Justice for Gays". At approximately
5:30 P.M., MC GOVERN was given fifteen minutes to come down
and speak to the demonstrators or they threatened to go up
into the hotel. This ultimatum was apparently forgotten
temporarily as no action was taken to get MC GOVERN to the
lobby. During the course of the demonstration, the SDS
maintained an open microphone and anyone who felt the urge,
was allowed to speak to the group. Some of the speakers were
MARTIE RIEFE of SDS, the Reverend PETER JACKSON of the Southern
Christian Leadership Conference and PRICE JACKSON of the
Workers Action Movement. Many other speakers also spoke
during the demonstration. At approximately 8:20 P.M.,
Senator MC GOVERN came down to the lobby of the hotel to
speak to the crowd. MC GOVERN spoke for approximately
thirty minutes and answered questions from the group. MARTIE
RIEFE of SDS was very vocal during this period and attempted
to get Senator MC GOVERN to sign the SDS "anti-racism bill",
which he refused to do.
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After MC GOVERN left, the crowd began to
disperse. There was no violence and there were no arrests
in connection with this demonstration.
On July 11, 1972 9 the Zippies, accompanied by
some Tippies, had a march and demonstration known as
"Know Your Candidate Parade'*. It started at Flamingo Park
and proceeded to the Convention Center and at the Convention
Hall area, they had slogans such as "Laugh- in for Muskie",
"Yawn- In for Mills", "Toke- In for Chisholm", "Egg- In for Humpty
Dumpty". Also they talked about "Putting Teddy in the
Driver's Seat", and talked about a moat on the north side
of the convention complex as the "Mary Jo Kopechne Causeway".
The demonstration ended with a Wallace Wheelchair Race.
There was a substantial crowd and numerous demonstrators
from other factions Joined in. There was no trouble or
violence.
On July 11, 1972, the Zippies participated, along
with several other groups, in a demonstration at the Doral
Hotel, Miami Beach, and it started around 1:30 P.M., with
around 100 people. Later in the afternoon and evening, it
swelled to about 500. The purpose of this demonstration was
(1) for MC GOVERN to speak to them about his statement that
he was going to leave a residual corps of troops in Vietnam,
(2) they wanted MC GOVERN to sign and endorse the SDS anti-
racism bill, and (3) they wanted to make their feelings known
about an incident on July 9, 1972, when a black woman was
struck by an automobile driven by E. C. RAVENHOLT, a HUMPHREY
delegate and administrative aide to Senator INOUYE of Hawaii.
Late in the afternoon, about 20 Gay Activists entered the
lobby and were cheering "Justice for Gays". MC GOVERN
eventually appeared and talked to them later in the evening,
and the Zipple spokesman was DANA BEAL, who grabbed a
microphone and asked MC GOVERN about heroin. Several
organizations were represented, and they took turns asking
MC GOVERN questions. There was no violence and no arrests.
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The Zippies went to the Victor Hotel around
5:30 P.M. , and about 80 of them took over the lobby and
insisted MC GOVERN cose to see then. The Victor Hotel
is the Young Democratic headquarters. The reason for
this demonstration was that they thought MC GOVERN had
compromised himself on his former stand on tax reform and
Vietnam. By 7:30 P.M. , the Zippies left the hotel. No
representative of MC GOVERN appeared. There were no
Incidents.
The Zippies are not going to demonstrate at the
Fontainebleau Hotel on July 13, but instead plan an "Eat
the Rich. Day", and they will do thi? about. *:<>/> P.M^
leaving Flamingo Park for the Convention Center. They
intend to push an old Cadillac to the Center and set it
afire. It is believed a lot of them will depart Miami on
Sunday, July 16, 1972. <t 6c
The Zippies conducted an "Eat the Rich" march
and demonstration on the evening of July 13, 1972. This
was actually a combined YIP-ZIP march, and they carried a
large blown-up portrait of LYNDON B. JOHNSON. This was done
in place of the original idea of burning the old Cadillac
belonging to TOM FORCADE at the convention site. At the
convention site, there were about 250 of these demonstrators
and they burned the portrait of LYNDON B. JOHNSON and took a
vote on whether or not to crash the fence. This vote was
conducted by PATRICK SMALL of the Zippies, and they voted
against it. Zippie leaders TOM FORCADE and PATRICK SMALL
appeared to be the leaders of this march and demonstration.
On July 12, 1972, the Zippies demonstrated at
the Victor Hotel, Miami Beach, where the Young Democrats
headquarters are located. About 100 in number, they
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insisted that Senator MC GOVERN come there to see then
They thought liC GOVERN had compromised himself on his
former stand on tax reform and Vietnam. There was no
violence and there were no arrests.
A combined Zippie-Yippie march and demonstration
called "Eat the Rich*, was held on July 13, 1972, and a
large portrait of LYNDON B. JOHNSON was burned* About 200 to
300 demonstrators participated, and there was no violence.
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On July 6, 1972, PATRICK SMALL was sentenced in
Municipal Court, Miami Beach, Florida, to 90 days in the
Dade County Stockade* The execution of sentence was stayed,
and bond was recommended at $1500. 00 # This was in connection
with a disorderly conduct charge as a result of PATRICK
SMALL's throwing a pie at Councilman ROSEN at the meeting of
the Miami Beach City Council on June 23, 1972.
On July 10, 1972, the Zippie faction of the Yippies
marched to Miami Beach Municipal Court in support of r A TRICK
SMALL, who was to appear before the court on charges of
disorderly conduct relative to throwing a pie at Councilman
ROSEN of the Miami Beach City Council a few weeks previously*
The Zippies had several pies with them but did not throw them
after being told the hearing had been cancelled for the day
and moved up*
On July 20, 1972, PATRICK SMALL appeared in I
Municipal Court, Miami Beach, in connection with the disorderly
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PUBLICATIONS PUT OUT BY BOTH THE
YIPPIES AND THE ZIPPIES AT MIAMI
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Volume One, Number Two JUNE SI, 1972
THE WHOLE WORLD WILL BE WATCHING
The whole world will* be watchi *a Miami Beach this summer, ftatio; al
a*d iter atfconal ews media people will be cover! r. the events. It is
ur(re t that all of ue, you.:£ a.-d old, use this opportu ity to expose
issues besetti.ie our r.atio Ke must show the hypocracy of a>«. adminis-
tration that raises the salaries of cor/tressme. and the president, out-
cast pass a greatly needed 25£ increase !*■ Social Security, v.e must
show that the same administration has failed to create more Jobs, has
failed to halt inflatio , has failed to halt crime i-n the streets, and
has failed to end the war. The failures of t?ie tfixon Administration
affect all of us. This summer people from all across the country will
be comii-fT to Miami Beach to show the world, that we will not tolerate
four more years of Richard Kixon. Vie must show that problems that af-
fect one ace group affect all ap.e groups. v.'e must unite in a common
effort.
*»***A^10u^CEi"iE!^TS*****
JULY 6th RALLY
The host committee for the Democratic Party appointed by Govornor
Askev; is sponsori;** a Senolv Citizens rally with refreshments, July 8th
7 p.m. ct flan-incc/pcr-::, the purple of which is to set forth the sen-
ior citizens 1 platform. We urp.e everyone to show their support by at-
tending,
OPEH FORUI!
You are invited to an open forum to discuss with non-del errates
issues concer^i.*i£ the conventions this summer. Come 2 pm, Thursday ,
June 22nd and 29th at 833 Sixth St., South Shore Community Center.
JOIN US
2 pm Saturday at Lumus Park we will be cettinc together to talk
and sine. Join us.
HELP
We respect the residents of Miami Beach and want to work together
for a constructive summer. You can help us create a peaceful summer
by urr;inrr your city officials to stop stalling and start planning jiSJ.
Enccurc^ then*, to reco" nize' the nedd'for spruce for' those eor.ir.ft here.
For a Peaceful Summer call 53^-7^:1 (6ity Hall) and give your support
for a sufficient campsite.
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VOLUME ONE, NUMBER THREE JUNE 26, 1972
WELFARE RIGHTS \
BEHIND NIGE PAINTED WALLS OF APPARTMENT BUILDINGS, MANY
OF YOU, SENIOR CITIZENS OF MIAMI BEACH, LIVE IN SMALL,
UNCOMFORTABLE ONE ROOM APARTMENTS. . UNCONTROLLABLY HIGH
RENTS TAKE CARE OF SO MUCH OF YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY CHECKS -
THAT THERE IS OFTEN LITTLE MONEY LEFT OVER FOR FOOD AND
^l^rrO^fi WELFARE RIGHTS ORGANIZATION IS AN ORGANIZA-
TION OF WELFARE RECIPIENTS AND OTHER LOW INCOME PEOPLE.
THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY 125,000 DUES PAYING MEMBERS IN 600
LOCAL GROUPS IN 50 CRATES. N.W.R.O. HOLDS AN ANNUAL
CONFERENCE WHERE RECIPIENTS, STAFF, AND W.R.O. DISCUSS
ISSUES OF SURVIVAL. PEOPLE BEFORE POLITICS IS THE THjlME
OF THE 1972 CONFERENCE. THE CONFERENCE MILL HELD JJU>Y 5-9 . .
AT THE CORONET HOTEL, 2001 COLLINS AVE., MIAMI BEACH. FOR \
MORE INFORMATION CALL 754-6639 OR 754-8630.
WELCOME US J ' lrrrn , rm , A '
• THURSDAY, JUNE 29, A MARCH WILL BEGIN AT THE CONVENTION .
CENTER PARKING LOT TO PROTEST THE MILITARIZATION OF SAIGON
AND MIAMI BEACH. WE, YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ALL ACROSS THE COUNTRY,
WILL MARCH TO PAR 3 GOLF COURSE, WHERE WE WILL BE *
FORMALLY WELCOMED BY COMMUNITY RESIDENTS. RIDES WILL BE ,
AVAILABLE FROM SOUTH SHORE COMMUNITY CENTER (633 6th ST. )
BETWEEN 1:30 AND 2PM TO THE GOLF COURSE, WHERE THE WELCOMING
COMMITTEE WILL BE WAITING FOR THE MARCHERS TO ARRIVE.
SUNDAY FESTIVAL , n „ m Jtrn .
• ON SUNDAY, JULY 2, AT 2 PM, IN LUMMUS PARK (9th ST. AND
OCEAN) THERE WILL BE FPEESH A RE. PICNIC OF THE AGES. BRING
FOOD TO : RE WITH ALL THE PEOPLE (YOUNG AND OLD). WATER- :
*-c:::' ir: :zz::z:z':~:> /: ; uses pzzzings, too. see you
>E!
JULY 8t h RALL Y <
YhFhost COMMITTEE FOR THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY APPOINTED by
GOVERNOR ASKEW IS SPONSORING A SENIOR CITIZENS RALLY WITH .
-REFRESHMENTS, JULY 8th, 7PM AT FLAMINGO PARK, THE PURPOSE
OF miCH :vf TO SET FORTH THE SENIOR CITIZENS 1 PLATFORM.
WE URGE EVERYONE TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT. BY ATTENDING., -,
YOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARTY r
COMMUNITY NEWSERVIGE
CONFIJ^TIAL
COKFITOJTIAL
BROTHERS AXD SISTERS
CAN TOU SPARE A BED ????
THERE WILL BE THOUSANDS OF TO UNO PEOPLE COMING
Off SOWN THIS SUMMER • ADVANCE ORGANIZERS WORKING
on the Celebration of Change during coxvctirzoti
weeks will be arriving throughout tiis month of
June* They desperately need, housing.
If you can help with this or other needs fill
in this leaflet and 11 ail it to us or bring it to
the office*
NAME PHONE #
Address
> *
I CAN ACCOMADATE WORKER(s) FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE.
Describe place (i.e. women f s collective, private family,
SEPARATE ROOM, MEALS TOO, WHATEVER)
J WANT TO HELP MYSELF. I'LL BE BRINGING OVER MY SPARE
CHANGE, XT WHEELS, MY TALENT, MY FANTASIES, MIMEO PAPER,
XXXX TYPEWRITERS, CREDIT CARDS, EUNTAN LOTION, POSTERS,
FOOD, SPEAKING INVITATIONS WE NEED JUST ABOUT
EVERYTHING YOU'VE GOT TO PULL THIS OFF.
HELP! HELP! HELP! .
Celebration of Chance — July 1^14th, Aug. 20-24th
Youth International Party
1674 Meridian Avenue Room 201
Miami Beach, Fla. 33139
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Tux Tovtk International Party was pounded in
196? to opposx the war in vietnam by attempting to
create a humane political consciousness and to build
a free revolutionary culture among youth. We have
ORGANIZED STENTS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES, CANADA
m
and europe, and wx ha ye groups .in virtually every
community in this country, members of the youth
International Party have* been called "Tippies," and
include artists, musicians, writers, college and '
hi oh school students , workers, young people pr om jlll
economic classes, amd people op all ages.
The Youth International Party (I.I.P.) is best
KNOWN FOR ORGANIZING THE DEMONSTRATIONS IN CHICAGO
DURING THE DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION IN 1968, AND FOR
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PARTICIPATION IN THE CHICAGO CONSPIRACY TRIAL, PEOPLES 9
Pare in Berkeley, and campaigns roR local elective
orncx ACROSS THE country. Y.I .P. advocates direct
ACTION, DEMONSTRATIONS, GUERILLA THEATER, POLITICAL
ORGANIZATION AN D ELECTORAL POLITICS AS A MEANS OP CHANG-*
ING AMER ICA m
l/S ADVOCATE SOULTUL SOCIALISM, ELIMINATING PROM AMERIC
ALL PorCftffj PASSZTITY, ABB UAH AS WELL AS CREATINO A
world whzre everyone xs pree ro be an artist, lover and
A HUMAN BEING • ALL S TA TEMENTS OF POLICY AND PURPOSE
ARC I S3 VXD PROM THE CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS AT
Miami Beach, Florida
Ve WILL BE HAPPY TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS AND WE
WOULD LIKE YOU TO JOIN US AS MEMBERS Of THE XOUTH
International *arty.'
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CONT'lSENTIAL
The Vouth International Party invites everyone in tr,
United States to come to Miami Beach for a Celebration
of Change, to occur from July 10 to July 14 and August
to August 24. We will create, in Miami Beach, a political
cultural demonstration oF benign and peaceful magnitude--
a zone of sanjty and sharing for inspired Americans of
many persuasions. Together in this joyous unity we will
plans to disturb the coming machine-like tread of the
> ^ • ■ ■
The, United States is rapidly becoming a nation door
by its own monied c o r ru pt i o n , vi o lence , rac i s m , pol lu ti on e
a >-m m a 1 *v> n f ^ 1 ^ 1 1 t» r^ ^r%rti>%ne>£;tc9 c»^mAr\n4*(*« i e i n rt W r\ F C \~\
H III U rn i 1 1 1 u L & r i u i i i 1 1 i w v» «?viv>i«vjv<< » «•» mtf^-^-vv -w ■ • v
a r r* eg ar.t , mac h o power-brokers in the Executive Branch
pnomi^.n^ r. f \.' 1 ' u t " i foi ui o ^ l <J c; *» 6 e 1 1 c riutncin Imperii
ine t uuin 1 nic / ri 1. 1 1 u no 1 r city a^runy iy ou ■= pc i nu
Richard Nixon is possessed by such an intense personal
need for the nations of the world to grovel before his
war-room throne, that the convolutions and revolutions oi
£he world, in the months to come, may cause him to join
the society of foamy-mouths.
Baleful winds of repression wait to be unleashed fr
the dark caves of the Republican Party. Everywhere bit
crowds of American citizens view the corruption and ill
wars of the government with total revulsion. War,socia1
slavery,sexlsm, racism are peddled and packaged by mor
capitalist conglomerates as the true America* If that is
America,there is nothing for an American citizen to lcc
foreward to but a long life of pain in a fearsome valley
of robot violence.
The Youth International Party gathers for resist&n
and change. We are the direct descendants of a freedon
and justice seeking people which links us with every ce
with every decent cause, with every plant and mammal t'
ever lived.
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Wo are women and men reborn in change
We
a re
We
a re
We
a re
We
a re
We
a re
We
will
We
a re
We are the sunflowers reaching to the sun
We will change our country by any means necessar
There Is nothing for America but floating platforms of
war over dead jungles unless we rise up in a wave of change
We have an inalienable right to cross state' lines to share,
tn esr»*ik ftoace .to soeak aoainst war. to demand honesty in
our government and to command ourselves in our own ways
of freedom. We will not let our country be taken over by a
f i e rce , e I i te , j a d e d caste of bloodmoney-hu rgry power-brokers
i i i,i~.r> *Ko 1 i Fp. r>P *-hr> riamned * W e stand a ton the seawall of
ecology. fr»#*esha re and change. We stand at the barricades
of decor. cy ~r.d hiT.ui ■ *
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We want to change the envi ronment I
W e want to change the economy S
Change the government I
Change the culture I Change your spirit 1
Change your diet I Change your sex !
Ex-change everything !
We will gather nean the convention site to point toward
the deep change American civilization must undergo in order
to create peace in the world. We seek the immediate goal
of freeing all political prisoners. We demand that women
have complete control of their own minds and bodies. People
will be f^eo to express their sexuality in peace and joy.
Restrictive laws against marijuana will end, and the military
economy will be dismantled.
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W'v will continue changes with unconditional. amnesty fof
d^iv F t refusers and from those .who managed to escape from*
the grasp of. the armed forces* We will demand a total end
to all racism, to all sexisrn,and to the class system which
lc£V6S one .of every four Americans impoverished In resources
and spirit. We will seek to end the American tax system
which spares the rich while burying the working person
beneath a mountain of cruel and evil taxation.
We are taking every step to create ten days of peaceful
openness and positive action, not to mention music, water
and fun in the sun. We will only have peace. With great energy
the Youth International Party is negotiating with city, county
and federal officials as we.ll as the two , political parties.
Use of public facilities and parks has already been offered
us.
CELEBRATE YOUR CHANGE
Come to Miami Beach to change history
Save the planet, end the wars
THE CELEBRATION OF CHANGE
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TEN DAYS TO CHANGE THE WORLD
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sun of blue-watered Miami Beach
write us/call us/join us
The Youth International Party
1674 Meridian Ave. room 201
Miami Beach, Flo ri da, 331 39
(305) 531-8895
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JULY 8':. . SATURDAY ...1 fh ...FlAflTNGO IV
SENIOR CITIZENS ARE SPONCORING A RALLY JULY EJGHTTH TO SET FORTH
'TOE SENIOR CITIZENS PLATFORM. SENIOR CITIZENS ARE A MUCH IGNORE!)
AND OPPRESSED GROUP • THE OLD AGE FACE SEVERE PROBLEMS LIKE AGE
DISCRIMINATION, RIP- OFF MEDICAL COSTS', AND SNUBS FROM THE YOUNG AND
MIDDLE AGED, THEY ARE FORCED TO RETIRE ON INADEQUATE INCOME WHILE
AMERICAN CITIZENS ALLOW BUSINESSMEN TO RAISE COSTS OF FOOD AND )
*
MEDICAL COSTS TO NIGHTMARE HEIGHTS. '
TOE SENIORS JIAVTv WEI£OK!X, US TO MTAMT FFAOK AND SUPPORTED OUR ACTIO!
WOW THE. Y NEED OUR SuPpoRJ/,
AND MORE THAN OUR SUPPORT, THEY NEED A FORM OF LIFE WHERE ALL MED-
ICAL CARE, RENT, AND FOOD FOR RENT FOR'ALL CITIZENS IS FREE, FREE, PR
WHERE EVERY PERSON IS GIVEN A DIGKIEIED7 CREATIVE PLACE BENEATH THE
i
SUN TO LIVE AND BREATH. r .
TO IN US fi
( REMEMBER, UNLESS YOU DIE YOUN9, SOMEDAY YOU ,f LL BE A SENIOH CITIZ.
£fe ^$&4Sjt TfREEDOM, SHARING, fc PEACE> ^ ffi
YOUTH: I13TERKATIONAL PARTY
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A Pledge to Hon- Violence & Harmony
There has been a" great deal of fear generated from various sources
about the possibility of mass violence during the"iDeTnocratic-ConvanMoa*- -
The Youth International Party - Zippie hereby pledges to work for non-
violence during the conventions.
Back in December, when the Zippies became the first organization
to call people to Miami, we originated the strategy of non-violence during
the Democratic Convention. In our literature, we have consistently empha-
sized the necessity for non-violence. In our planning meetings, we have
repeatedly addressed ourselves to the planning needs for non-violence. In
our meetings with the police and other officials, we have made it clear that
irregardless of what other movement groups may do, w<S will remain committe
to non-violence. In our meetings with other movement groups, we have arguec
logically that we have nothing to gain from mass violence.
The motto of the Zippies is "We Mean Business," And it is true that we
are considered the militant pranksters of the movement. Therefore, we ^
believe there are many more creative and effective ways to make our points
than with mass violence.
There are going to be many forces attempting to provoke violence at the
Convention. Our Zippie staff astrologer has found the dark moon Lilith is in
the 6th house, opposing Mars in the 12th during the Convention, which iurther
indicates this, A casting of the I-Ching tells the same story.
But we would like to make one thing perfectly clear: No one is going to
push the Zippies of the Youth International Party into a riot.
Youth International Party - Zippie
Conventions Coven
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SOMETHING IS HAPPENING HERE,
WHAT IT IS AIN'T EXACTLY CLEAR. . .
"It's easier to hate in Amerika than to love."
— Weather proverb
The Youth International Party- Yippies have repeatedly denounced anyone
who disagreed with them as "police provacateurs" through the straight media.
Meanwhile, they have been spending much of their time either massaging their
egos in front of the media or attacking the Zippies.
Back in January, the Youth International Party held its national congress
and chose the theme "Zippie! in '72 n to distinguish between us and the old Yip-
pies (then retired). Since then, we have built toward Miami with rallies, dem-
onstrations, smoke-ins, concerts, benefits, regional traveling, newspapers,
news services, leaflets, stickers, posters, ads, T-shirts, buttons, balloons,
press releases, statements, position papers, press conferences, etc. We put
together a national network of people, including the various Y.I.P, chapters
and regions. We believe in an on-going organization controlled by the workers
cultural revolution, and a serious struggle against imperialism, racism,
sexism, and elitism, in a context cf cosmic good times. Aside from our dem-
onstrations for prison reform and abortion reform, we believe in filling the
swimming pools of the Fountainbleau with jeUo, putting Ted in the driver's
seat, hiring the handicapped (Zippies for Wallace), and a March for McGovern
that would be all right turns. And we are having LBJ Day on July 12. The
Demos would like to forget LBJ, now that they have a new glamour boy, but
we won't let them.
Meanwhile, a vicious campaign of McCarthyite tactics has taken place
against the Zippies, calling us "police provocateurs" at press conferences,
etc. A lot of people are asking why * The Yippies have been very divisive.
We have not generally responded to their McCarthyite tactics, but we're tire
of being called police provocateurs. Now we would like to raise a few ques-
tions of our own: The Yippies seem to have a lot to protect. What? We
donH have the answers. Maybe the Yippies do.
1. What was the nature of the secret meeting between Stew Albert
McGovern people in Washington, D.C. May 7, 1972? "
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2. What was the reason for the sudden formation of a so-called Y«I. P.
collective on May 3, 1972, when previously Hoffman and Rubin had repeatedly
stated that they would be inactive ?
3. The Yippies have taken a series of suites on the top floor orthe Albion
Hotel for the summer. Where did the money come from, and why is it being wasted
on decadence when the Yippies have utterly failed to spend money on real needs?
4. The Yippies have a large plush office in the Miltown Medical Center
which they have taken for the summer, equipped with the latest office equipment*
This office is usually empty and several rooms are unused entirely. It opens
at 9 and closes at 5, Why is this office and equipment not being used for the
movement or to relate to the community? Where did the money come from?
Why is the money being wasted on carpets and panne ling?
5. On June 8, Abbie Hoffman, Jerry Rubin, and Ed Sanders concluded a d(»al
with Paperback Library* a subsidiary of the Kinney Corporation, a subsidiary
of the Mafia, for a 'quickie paperback to come out on September 20 about M\ami.
Their advance on this book was $33, 000. Where did the money go?
6. Hoffman, Rubin, Nightbyrd, Sanders, and others have been in M- Y.
negotiating more book contracts. Sanders has already sold a book to Avon.
Nightbyrd's Yippie Survival Manual has been offered to Paperback Library.
Why are they spending all their energy marketing Miami and none on doing
Miami? Where is the money going?
7„ Repeatedly they have 'used their uniquely privileged access to the media
to attack the Demo demonstrations and to attack other movement people. Why?
They have repeatedly used the straight media to brand two members of Y.I. F. /
Zippie and the Zippies in general as "police provacateurs or madmen". Howevei
both of these people have been in the movement longer than most people in the
Yippies, are higly respected among those who have worked with them. The
Yippies have never requested a security check on these people, and there is
no maicauon mat either of them are any crazier than any other movement
person. Why are they continually using the straight media for character
assasinations, which inevitably are confused with the position of the entire
movement?
8. It was agreed that all negotiations with the rity would be done by the
Coalition. Yet, in a series of secret talks with the city and county last week,
they separately made some kind of deal for the use of Lummus Park as the
site for their "cultural fair." What did the Yippies give the city in return?
Why did they negotiate secretly and separately? Why, other than granting
the Democratic Party Flamingo Park as a "free speech" area, was the only
other permit granted in Miami Beach given for the Yippies 1 event? How did
they know the results of the city council meeting the night before it happened?
9. On June 15, the Yippies in a surprise press conference announced that
they were cancelling plans for demonstrations during the Demo Convention an
were beginning work on the Republican. Why? They did not consult anyone.
Why? They attempted to leave the impression with the media that they spoke^
for the Youth International Party in toto, and the movement in general. Why
They have begun no work on the Republican Convention yet. Why?
There has been some confusion in the press between the two organiza-
tions Youth International Party -Zippie t and Youth International Party- Yippie!
We would 3;?rr to get things straight. These are two completely separate or- .*
ganizations utterly different politics and structure. Y.I. P. -Zippie! is
the Youth International Party which has local and regional chapters and offices
throughout the country. We believe in an ongoing organization, cultural revo-
lution and struggle against imperialism, sexism, racism, elitism and ism-ism.
This party has been in existence for several years and became known as Zip-
pie! at the Youth International ParXy Congress in January. 1972, because we
. no longer wanted to be identified with the Yippies.
To avoid confusion, we have agreed with each other to be identified as
*Y. I. P. -Zippie! and Y.I. P. - Yippie! The Yippies have said and done many
things which we do not want to be associated with, and vice versa. In par- .
ticular, we oppose rhetoric, mass violence (Chicago), opportunism, per-
sonality cults and profiteering. We are a bottom -up organization for the peo-
ple, not a top-down organization for the radical chic. We mean business.
When someone says they represent the Youth International Party, ask
them whether they mean Yippie or Zippie. It makes a difference.
Y.I. P. -Zippie! can be reached at 3113 Mary St., Coconut Grove, Fla.,
or (305) 444-5837 or (212)" 242-3888.
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El 28 de jimio, 1972.
El Partido foternacicmal de la Juventud (YIP) ha promulgado que no
sera designado an dia especial para recordarse el nombre del revolu-
cionario famoso. Che Guevara.
En vez de eso, dirigiremos nuestra atencion y imaginacion a la
memoria de Lyndon Baines Johnson. Lo que necesitaban los Estados
Unidos era cuatro mas anos de la administracion de Johnson en el ano
1968. Celebraremos su nombre con una fiesta y construiremos un mon-
umiento symbolico de su importancia.
No sera comemorado un dia para Che. JViva LBJt
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June 28, 1972
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«>• Youth international Party (YIP) has promulgated
that no *2LT3 3u la -e-ory of the
famous revolutionary, Che Guevara. .
instead of this, we will "^"SS^ZJ?
imagination to the «y°f Sore Jeers of Johnson',
the United States needed was four more *J» • # his
^ n w"rS 2S 55 a sy^lic ncnument
of his importance.
we will not commemorate a day for Che. Hurrah for
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^.P OR IMMEDIATE BELEASS
Zippies officially announced in Miami Beach on June 15 the rescheduling of the
3rd annuai Independence smoke-in. The smoke-in had been celebrated on July 4th
for the past two years by tens of thousands in Washington D. C. to co-incide with
"Honor America Day" activities there. This summer due to the energy, excite- *
ment & attention caused by the "gathering of the profligates in the Temple of the
damned" at the M.B. Convention Hall, the date has been reset for Sunday, July
9th in Miami Beach.
The Zippies also revealed at their press conference that they had (with the help
of a Cessna plane, part of the Zippie Air Force), reseeded the Bay Shore Golf Coui
The secret refoliation was done the night of June 8th* Thirty pounds of the finest
imported seeds were dropped during three low passes over the 18 hole course. De
pending on the rains, the pot should flower just in time for the July 9th tokedown.
The Zippies explained: "Many of the coming conventioneers -are some of the saiw
dinosaurs responsible for keeping cruel & inhuman pot laws on state books. Lawr
that every year are used to jail thousands of ghetto blacks & culturally alienated
freeks. We'll take the issue directly to these men engulfed in our mushrooming
cloud of cannibis smoke."
The smoke -in will be a Florida first. Besides openly getting high onthe killer
weed (generous quanities to be donated by the Marijuana Dealers Association MDA
the usual "parade of forty foot joints" & Smack Attack/Anti Heroin March to the *
vent ion Hall, is planned.
Qualified people & members of the. Junkie Liberation Front will speak out againi
the documented involvement of the CIA in the S. E. Asian heroin trade. (CIA back
Air America performs the scag shuttle service for the puppet /pusher South Vietn
ese generals.) The Indochina junk is now mainlined into U.S. black & youth ghettv
A host of rock n' roll bands & beach urchins will add to the tokedown* s color
& pageantry for the reefer worshipers.
To insure against a pot shortage Zippies advise everyone to "BRING YOUR
STASH TO THIS MILLION DOLLAB BASH!"
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(305)444-5*
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Sunday
July 2. 1972
9t>i & Ocean
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free refreshments.
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The niv^.> TI!f" iECO:.-:.- CCiilN'G. in 2 Zipplc '1 -shir; :vli
^:».- k .■-' > o^.: , — o '/•■.if! p mrch to Convention Hall hearir.2 a cross with P-illy Grr i — m
on i\ . A-. \'.*.e hull, t::ere will bo a pi 55 -in on objects of horn-tie culture, we'll
d-»?i;\'v r, Ac If i» re Caoillac (to be burned previously bu; impounded), ipple pit-s
w;il be f ?:: In r-.mntr.?: clogs, e;i?s tors?:' at a huge p : .rf^re cf Martha Raye (Am. or
mam), "jags burnvd, and a romuulsory o.d. program for delegates, 1 olio veil
by 3:1 Cv:!-qui a: which jello will bo served. Then, a twenty-foot joint will be
broken ooen like a pinata and the Frcs ?.Iarijuana Rally back at the campsite will
begin with the smashing of a 20 foot hypodermic. Rally will feature speeches
and a boogie of non- sexist rock and roll.
Moonvise 20th to Moonrise 21st. In support of-Wetntrr-s-Bary Zippic~Vree" \\ov.
will ridicule with theatre and a march the leading mal? chauvinists of our tinie-
the I'cpe, rCixon, Kissinger, John Wayne, Hugh Hefner, etc.
Monday, 21st. Repression Rally and March- Some of the issues will be reprcr
of the youth community, prison reform, electronic surveilance, community con
of police, computer files, police brutality,' free speech and assembly, and merit
hospital reform.
Tuesday, 22nd. Abortion Reform Rally and March- Postponed from the Demo
Conversion because of rain, this action will be ?«ain?t >£vnn (" " n o opposed
abortion reform) and the Pope. And for tree birth control info. A women and
men's action.
Wednesday, 23rd. Imperialism Day- Protest rally and massive march sgains
Coca-Cola imperialism, with contingents for Ireland, and African, Asian, South
America:, colonized countries, and others. And, of coarse, Vietnam.
Thursdav, 24th. Celebration of Dsath- After Nixon's nominated, a Zippies so
I\"ixon march. After all/ what's wrong with genocide' 1 Huge bags of money will
be delivered to fat cats in their hotels. Afterwards we'll burn our U.S. ID care
and fill out alien registration forms listing ourselves residents of FREE NATIO
Then, we'll participate in the Youth International Party Congress, followed by
3 Rock r xP.d Stroll party.
The V..\'\ : c-s v. ill .^:~:n provide campsite services, ir.sludir.g Green Power for f
food, haaeiully tnc Hog Farm :\.r food kitchens and ba-* trip rescue, shade a:.d :
• rr jv-'es ?rr; vie* -?c^ : *: . r- in I".;- ov:-"!-.:?. cr*-c~rt«-- worvir'* anti-hss.'-lc
-7 ;ad, : -death drug squad, aam». • -up br::;a;- ( media convention pa = i-: =
fr-.o a::': sar-i-i.In;-, imormcti;. u an.* w. center, :J * media tur.Uie ruair.'c
r.rc;:- .:. (color TV watchpost, out-- *.uv;n nswspa:. •:• reading table, and shcw.v
rr-iio ; - -epti^i: and broadcast:":;': cer.jr).
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THE REVOLUTION IS EVERy WHERE
Community organization is one or the moat effective
tools of a productive revolution. Strong and complete
unity with all of our brothers and sisters in every
immunity in amerlka not only makes for positive force
on issues centering within the community, but it also
lends toward a more forceful and massive gathering
on nationally coordinated demonstrations and actions.
Specifically, we must concern ourselves with the
republican convention in Miami Beach - August 21-2*t„
Our ability to create an awareness in the minds of
all people through the use of amerikas" electronic
mass-media jungle separates revolutionaries from
outlaws.
One brother or sister with the right combination of
community actions can, within a short period of time
have a growing and conscious revolutionary movement
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This booklet and its related workshop is condensed
and far from a "how to do it in three easy steps"
text for the amateur revolutionary. It can help :°
build from scratch an organization capable or-reacb>
ing many people before the Republican convention la .
August. It can also open lines of communication be-
tween established movement groups, and newly formed
community organizations. Through this relationship
we can collectively give Nixon an offer he won't
be able to refuse".
Though we only have seven short weeks it is time
enough to do the Job that has to be done if we just
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ineas of the revolution. The workshop will be
broken down Into several areas of discttsoxwn.
l) Establishment of a name, title. ( and
location of organization for* the be
fit of community and media,
2} Printed materials for distribution
A) press
B) community
3) Use of audio-visual media
A J television
B) radio
U) Relating to established organizations
A) movement groups
B) colleges, civic organizations, etc
l) Name - Establishing a name for your organization
is important, if you wish to attain public cred-
ibilty. There are a number of revolutionary groups
with established names and reputations. Thus by
choosing one you can beat the time problem of estab-
lishing a new banner. Taking the name of another
group does not necessarily obligate you to their
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procedures, but does make you responsible for their
basic philosophy and position on common national
issues. Pick an organization that has causes and
philosophies similar to your own. If you decide
to use the name of a nationally coordinated move-
ment group, you can depend on them for assistance
and advice. Keep in touch with the national office
and coordinate closley withthem.
Titles - Though titles are Bomewhat weird, they
do provide Individuals within the organization per-
sonal credibility with the media and the community,
location - It is equally Important to have a phone
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ULMiUKr tHJUtTOJ-UAC l*w CIJ.JL fell u .tea . *nc m«.w.i.w >.j.aa —■-»■»■
the number to call brothers and sisters for infor-
mation. Also the national movement gro^is will keep
in touch on a regular basis. The F.B.I, will prob-
ably tape all messages free of charge. Don't get
hung up on line taps, but be cool with dope raps and
revolutionary actions that could be incriminating,
CONTlfcforTIAL •
Wherever jour phone Is located ia the beat place
to set up shop. It can be your bedroom, apart-
ment, or even a store^inc In funds permit. Meetings
will take place durlr., he *ay and people will gather
to rap, A certain amount of Inconvlence always arises
so keep humor up front and hostilities subdued*
2) Press statements and P.S.A.*s - Writing statements
for the press Is an easy Job, but It is advisable
to follow this form: Across the top of the paper
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the name either put "For Immediate release" or "Public
Service Announcement", depending" on the type of re-
lease you are making. Always include the name of
the organization. and the phone number, this will
enable the media to contact you for further inform-
ation and interviews.
Distribution - To successfully distribute a press
release you must first compile a complete list of
media In the community. This list should include?
locale newspapers, main city newspapers, undergound
publications, AM-FM radio stations* television* A. P.,
U.P.I. , and underground news services. If you are
totally unaaware of the news agencies In your community
It is advisable to check the yellow pages and the
local chamber of commerce. The list should include
the name of the agency, the adress, phone, and the
personal contact if any has been made. (If none is
made be sure to try to get In touch with a sympethetio
reporter)
Community Press - Starting a printing workshop
"Leaflets, posters, newsletters, pamphlets >and
other printed matter are important to any revolution.
A printing workshop is a definite need In all corn-
unities, regardless of size. It can vary from
using progressive alternative organizations' equip-
ment to setting up your own printing workshop In
a garage or spere room. With a small investment and
some space, you can begin this vital service
Distribution - In the beginning you should aim
for bi-weekly .leaflets, with a gradual Increase in
the amount of issues you begin to discuss and act
upon In the community. Check out the local laws about
distributing on the street. You probably should con-
tact a sympathetic lawyer to discuss the questions
of distribution and soliciting, although It is
probably allowed, and is an effective way to reach
the public. Representatives In High Schools and Col-
leges should be sought out. Bookstores, headshops*
newsstands, rock concerts, and local hang-outs are
good places to distribute. GOOD LUCK AND WRITE -OH l #
3) Use of audio- visual media : •
Television - free comunl cation - If you don't like
the news make your own! "Creating free media de-
pends to a large extent on your imagination and
ability- to follow through on Ideas. Advertisements
for revolution are important in helping to educate
and mold the milieu of people you wish to win
over.
Guerrilla theater events are always good new items
and if done right, people remember them forever* .
Por^ei&mpler to dramatize thelllegal invasion of
Cambodia, *K>0 Ylpples stormed across the Canadian
border In a symbolic invasion of the U.S. The Ecuua
Goldman Brigade recently attended a lucheon for Pat
Nixon during which they sang original songs and re-
leased mice inside the banquet hall. Another tactic
often applied Is exeraplied in the>.:d£Ang of public
and private fountains - red, end then celling the
press and telling them why.
Press Conferences - Another way of using the news
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to advertise the revolution and the upcoming re-
publican convention is to call press conferences.
w<;«< uy^u^iula pxHue that nas sooie ^j.di<iv<nshlp
to the content of your message. Send out announcements
to your whole press list compiled. Zvrythlng about
about a successful press conference must be dramatic
and creative, from the announcements and phone calls
to the statements themselves. Constantly seek to
have every detail of the press conference differ in
style as well as content from the conferences of
people in power. Hake use of music and special
visual effects. The cameras start buzzing on your
. opening statement and often run out of film before
you finish, so make It brief and action packed.
Questions should be limited and answers short and
quick. Don't over do Itl The press can twist your
answers around.
4) Relations ~ summary - The revolution is seven
weeks away from the biggest project it has ever
undertaken, It is going to require all of our energies
from all of the people to throw nt-.-ori out of Miami
Beach arid world politics. We are the revolution!
To be successful we must be as organized, united,
and creative as possible. But It won't work un-
less every community in the U.S. is aware and fully
mobilized. An exchange of Information concerning the
republican convention Is a good project to get started
on. There are a lot of areas to be deit with, and
the distribution of work within your collective will
allow for the maximum ye lid of constucrtive energies.
Rides will be needed, survival information distrib-
uted, communication channels established, and a lot
of grass roots and national organizing done to meet
ntton in Miami Beach In August with a solid opposi-
tion and condemnation, and present practical progres-
sive alternatives to focus and voice our dis-
content • • • .
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^fcsSTlWATIOK! PAR 3 GOIF COURSE
.Is ir troe'tha* 1 '
tlio O.Sj Army.,
wIH occupy W!c?rril.Esai
this summer?
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ITS W3F0iS IS 10 ISrrV53UC3 70 TH£
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of di:oksi2atiw3 t2at will taks pucs
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A WELCOMING ASjEF>.»it « r *-oijr<E
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CONFIDENTIAL
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FOR ? ' 'IDUTt RfUASK C) .
Aiaaric*. stains At & croA-.fO«" . govoi.ua.S'. , ""•**
of the people, Is waging a war o£ unparalleled brutality to support a
corrupt dictatorship In Saigon. At the moment, U.S. planes bomb within
20 miles »f China and the NUon administration audaciously ask* for
•vcu mow tax money to be spent on wer.
Id this warfare statfte, tba huaan needs of Americana go welting.
Unemployment leaps, Rsclsl polarity Intensifies, The Nixon Suproaa
Court strlpo individual liberties. The Justice Department regards tba
Bill of Rights as an alien document. Qualified women art kept out of
positions of responsibility. Workers wages are frotan, while corporate
pt. Its soar. Hovhere ie this disregard more evident than In Miami
Beach, where the needs of older people for health cere, edequat housing
and dignity are aw* eacrlflced for the Nixon policy of big business,
big profits and war spending.
We Insist there are huoan alternative! to the government' t cold
calculations. We sense the nation pauses' to examine the paths ebead.
We believe the Republican Administration will sacrifice anything,
including the' future of KUmi Beach, to perpetuate Its power.
For theee reasons, the Vouth International Party has decided to
redirect its emphasis, and focus Its activities at the Republican j
Convention, Our work here leads us to believe the Republlcane would
welcome a chaotic situation which would discredit the Democratic Party.
Disorder would not eorve the demonstrators • goal of a peaceful end to
war, and it would endanger our grandparents' generation which lives hare.
While changing our emphasis , we want to make clear ve are not
endorsing any candidate of the Democratic Party, nor are we endorsing
the Idea that the Democratic Party or electoral process can alone bring
eboat the fundamental changes required to put America first. However,
we sea several progreselve elements warning emong the Democrats, and will
do everything possible to create e peaceful atmosphere whe-e they can
work unhindered. While wo ctand outride the Democratic Party,
living and working in an alternative life-style, wc will reelst the
Republican scheme to use ui as scapegoats to promote a repressive
society.
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WARS ARE PLANNED AT COUNTRY CLUBS -
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„ AL SO »» LA OOBCE PARTICIPATION IN THE COMITY DURINO ^
CONVENTION IN THE EOKM OF CHILD DAY CAKE CENTERS IK THEIR FACILITIES.
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Our "Days of Change" during tho Democratic Convention will focus
on a cultural and artistic expression of n*w Ufa possibilities, Kr.ny
of tha mott famous artists in the country vill be participating with paopla
of tha Miami are* in a positive generation of Ufa force against the
death forces of vsr, competition, and tho profit system, the Youth
International Party will sponsor no inarches, though wo will participate
la tho planned peaceful demonstrations of our slstorc find brothers.
We plan a feast for delegate* and non-delegates, a day of cultural
enlightenment against the war, environments, dances, films and chanting*
In response to tha hundreds of calli we are recleving from throughout
the country, we are now advising young people to think first of tha
Republican Convention, We are encouraging non-delegates coming to tho
Democratic Convention to be self-sufficient, and to participate in
workshops now planned, eo they can return to their local communities
and build for a massive turnout at tha Republican Convention,
More than a month ago we began contacting city officials, explaining
to them our peaceful Intent, and asking for cooperation in avoiding
another Chicago, Some officials have been far-sighted, others have
been osterperous ostiches with their heads in the sand* Soma moss back
officials regard first Amendment rights as the privlledge of the well off;
they would deny those without money for hotel rooms their rights to expr» ^
their feelings. uespito the good will of several officials, we still have
made no concrete progress at taking care of the human needs of the
non-delegates.
Our enemy is time. As each day passes, planning becomes more
difficult and chaos sore likely. The Youth Inte metional Party, la
taking this bold new initiative, baa demonstrated its good faith and
peeceful latent* Steepens lb lit*, now lies with the Republican Administration
and local officials.
Youth International Party
1674 ferldlan Avenue Roes 201
Miami teach, TU, 33139 (305) 531-8895
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RE: YOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARTY
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PROPERTY OF FBI - This document contains neither
recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the
property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Hint , Florida
July 28, 1972
YOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARTY
(YIP)
INTERNAL SECURITY - YIP
Title DEMONSTRATIONS DURING TUB
NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION
AND CONTEMPLATED DEMONSTRATIONS
DURING THE REPUBLICAN CONVENTION,
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA
1972
Reference Memorandum dated and captioned as
above, at Miami, Florida.
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are concealed in referenced communication have furnished reliable
information in the past.
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8/11/72
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H INTERNATIONAL PARTY (YIP)
DEMONSTRATIONS AND CONTEMPLATED DEMONSTRATIONS
RELATIVE TO THE REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION,
MIAMI BEACH. FLORIDA , 1972
The "outh International Party (YIP),
also known as Tippies, is a loosely
knit, anti-establishment revolutionary
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City in January, 1968. Following a
factional dispute in May, 1972, the TIP
divided into two factions, the Tippies,
Zipples, headed by THOMAS KING FORCADE,
a member of the Underground Press
Syndicate.
PUNS, MEMBERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES RELATIVE
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YOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARTY (YIP)
CONFIDENTIAL
DEMONSTRATION IN AREA OF PRESIDENT NIXON'S
SUMMER WHITEHOUSE, KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA,
AUGUST 9, 1972
After obtaining a permit fro* the Miami Police
Department on August 8, 1972, the Youth International Party
Arranged a caravan which left Flamingo Park, Miami Beach,
about noon on August 9, 1972. About 14 cars and % open trucks
were involved and It proceeded to the vicinity of President
NIXON's Summer Whitehouse, Key Biscayne, Florida. As had been
pre-arranged with the Miami Police, the vehicles were parked
about 200 yards iron the guardhouse which sets by the main road
and leads to the Summer Whitehouse. The demonstrators marched
to the site to the strains of Yankee Doodle, carrying a Viet
Cong flag In front. There were about 70-80 demonstrators and
they gathered on the yard across the road from the guardhouse.
mi i lnn^Aii <i K/mi4- i .1/1 nu _ i .An nw i*k>a
demonstrators had signs 'The Mad Bomber "j "NIXON 's Victory, Ckir
Defeat"; "Only Pawns in Their Game"; "This Country is too Young
to Die"; and "Where is the Peace You Promised?".
Immediately after gathering in a circle across from
the guardhouse, a "People's Indictment" was read. This indicted
RICHARD M. NIXON of high crimes and misdemeanors and violation
of the U.S. Constitution, the duly enacted laws and principles
of the United States f the United Nations Charter, United Nations
Resolutions, the Geneva Accords, the Hague Convention and the
Nuremberg Treaty. Count I referred to massive bombardment of
civil targets, ecological and genetic warfare, use of weapons
outlawed by th#> Geneva Convention, use of Incendiary devices
and other acts of warfare at civilian population. Also violation
of the laws of the United States and crimes against the people
of the United States. He was charged with murder and conspiracy
to commit murder as follows: murder of black freedom fighters;
murder of prisoners in prisons in the U.S.; murders of students
at Kent and Jackson State; murder of protesting citizens; murder
of Gl's and civilians by heroin; murder of women by abortions.
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After the reading of the indictments a guerrilla theater was
held. First a demonstrator with a sad bomber sign pretended he
was bombing Vietnam and the dikes* Alter this the song "My
Country T'ls of Thee" was played. JERRY GORDE, dressed as a
soldier, faked killing persons with a rifle, A fake abortion
was held to clarify murder by abortions KEN WASHBERGER took
the part of the abortionist. One demonstrator, LESLIE BACON,
was dressed in black with a white face, carrying a cutout
head sized picture of President NIXON on a stick and she danced
around. LESLIE BACON was supposed to be simulating evil feelings
played. No violence occurred and no arrests were made. The
demonstrators then proceeded back to their vehicles and departed.
In connection with the above demonstration, the affair drew very
few spectators as it was held In strictly a residential area.
On August 9, 1972, a demonstration was held directly
across from the guardhouse which leads into President NIXON' s
ouuunot unite uuuoo , ivc jr Disi;«jr no f jrxux~j.ua. nuvuv «v ur ou
participated and it was put on and sponsored by the Youth
International Party. The demonstrators came to the site in 2
open trucks and some cars and parked about 200 yards from the
guardhouse and then marched down with a Viet Cong flag in front
to the strains ox Yankee Doodle. The following signs were
carried during this short march and held up and used during the
demonstration: 'The Had Bomber"; "NIXON's Victory, Our Defeat";
tf a « 4 «at. ■ a _ . a ami ■ ~m. _ • — - a a a
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too Young to Die
the site they gatherei
"Only Pawns in Their Game"; "This Country i
and "Where is the Peace You Promised?". At ^ & - ~
in a circle directly across from the guardhouse entrance and read
"Peoples Indictment". After reading the indictment, a guerrilla
theater was held. A demonstrator with a mad bomber sign pretende<
he was a plane bombing Vietnam and the dikes. Immediately after
this the song "My Country T'ls of Thee" was played. JERRY GORDE
was dressed as a soldier and faked killing persons with a rifle.
A fake abortion was held to clarify murder by abordlon. One
demonstrator dressed in black with white grease paint on her
face, carrying a head-sized photograph of President NIXON on a
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stick danced around. At the conclusion, music of the Star
Spangled Banner was played. Attending this demonstration were
JEFF SCHERO, who is also known as Jeff JCnlghtbyrd, and who
has been a spokesman for the YIPs. GABRIELLE STRANG attended
as did LESLIE BACON, SHARI RANDELL, a person known as STEPHEN,
JERRY GORDE and CARL ZIETLOt. CARL ZIETLOW is connected with
the MCC. Also there was a BARRY ROMO of the YVAW. There was
no violence and no arrests in connection with this demonstration.
The demonstration itself lasted only about 30 minutes, from
about 1:10 PM - 1:40 PM.
The demonstration had also been called "NIXON
Conspiracy Unmasked*' and a handbill with this caption had been
put out by YIP indicating the demonstration and listing prominent
Individuals and charging them with offenses. This was called
a press release and the handbill is as follows:
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NTE KKATIONAL PARTY (YIP; CC ' « I. P *"«
4 IX ON (SONSPI RACYHJNMASKED
-»RiM.^ AUGUST -A/AGrASAKI D*V«-iftM.
FLOtf/JM WHirf HOU?£ -K£Y fclSCAX/vf
cm usatzstt?, august 9
The anniversary of the fcc^bi^ of Hajrcs^ci, the people or the world,
will formally indict the iollo%-i^ men -with crimes a^ainet nature,
Oiid humanity.
#
RICHARD I^AtHOUS WIXOM
Occupation- Present of United States
Mr.fis rhymer
Charged with- Mur^ra ir> t!ie Wth Derree .
Breaking of Constitutional Amendments I through *
3riHO A Gil El*/
Occupation- Prepi-;art5al Sidekick
Charged with- Interactional Idiocy
Senseless Destruction of the English Language
Occupations Coordinator of all U.S. Spy Orcanizationa
Charccd with-'; ' .r.uf z?Xv?i and S2le of Hcriin
Invasion of world Privacy
YOUTH INfERNATIONAL PARTY (YIP)
— ' — ±JZL C O K F'l D'S H T IA L
We the People, ga dieted here today In a people's tribunal, hereby accuse Richard SI, li'r.oa
of the following high crimes and misdemeanors, in violation of the United States Constitu-
tion i the duly enacted laws and principles of the United Steles, the United Nations Charter
United Nation* Resolutions, the Geneva Accords, the Hague Convention, the Nuremberg treaty,
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Count I, Violations of International Law and Crimes against the People of Indochina as
Coca 1 teed In the following overt acts:
-Massive aerial bombardment of civilian targets
-Ecological and genetic warfare through the nasslve use of chemical and germ
weapons, defoliants and cloud-seeding chemicals
-The deployment and use of weapons outlawed by the Geneva Conventions- weapons
. which are desired to kill, main and terrorise civilian populations, such as
dum-dum bullets, plastic pellet boobs and other fragmentary devices
*- Widespread uses of incendiary devices
-Other acts of warfare directed at civilian populations, including the estab-
lishment of free- fire zones, forced relocation of non-combatants into con-
centration camps, and the planned destruction of the dikes and dams of
Vietnam to effect the flooding of. the Red River Helta which would result la
, the massive destruction of crops and the death by drowning of countless
thousands of civilian farmers and their families.
Let it be noted that the use of the above weaponry and tactics is demonstrative of a
deliberate policy of genocide, cited as an international war crime by the Nuremberg Tri-
bunal.
In violation of the United States Constitution and the-laws-of- the-United States:
1- The commie t^nce of unauthorised acts of war In usurpation of constitution-
al powers vested exclusively in Congress to authorize war in Article I,
section 8, clause 2 of the United States Constitution.
2- The continuation and expansion of the war in Southeast Asia in flagrant
defiance of the repeal on January 12, 1971 of the Tonkin Gulf Resolution,
and also in defiance of the Mansfield Ainei-Jment calling for the proapt
termination of such a war.
Violation of the laws of the United States and crimes against the people of the United
States as committed In the following overt acts: Murder and conspiracy to commit murder
in the first degree-*
1- Murder of black freedom fighters including Pred Hampton and 27 other
members of the Black Panther Party
2- Murder of prisoners including the scores at Attica, George Jackson at
San Quentin and many others at barbaric institutions across the country
3- Murder of students at Kent State and Jackson State
4- Murder of protesting citizens, Including James Rector of Berkeley, during
the liberation of People's Park ,
5- Murder of countless American G.I.'s and civilians by heroin addiction
financed by C.I. A. Mafia-warlord activity in Indochina
6- liurder of countless American women by forcing them to receive Improperly
administered, unsanitary, illegal abortions.
In View oi these actions competed by the United States Military Forces, of which President
tilxon is Commander In Chief, and the various and several adninistratlve branches of the
U.S. Government, of which Presidnet lUxoo is the Chief Executive, we thereby call for an
iroediatc cessation of the agg-essive acts of criminal warfare in southeast Asls, and the
blatant violation of docestlc rights to justice and freedon here in the United States,
and for the sake of mankind and to raise the dignity and purpose of the office of the
president of the United States above the leva! of mockery and deceit to which Mr. lilxoo
has degenerated the position, we arc requesting the United States Department of Justice,
U.N., Human Rights Commission to bring the appropriate indictments against Richard II.
Nixon as circumstances, the law and basic human decency call for.
«
This is what wc say: The laws and trusties and moral code of any human nation would con-
demn Richard Hixon forthwith for his cruel, amoral barbarisa and so will the laws of
the United States, sooner or later, call Hilhaus Hixon to his hour of reckoning.
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FROM
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ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI* (100-M+9923) date: 8/15/72
AC, NEW YORK (100-l6lM*5) <P>
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„5bOTT HOWARD "EOFFMAii aka
SM-YIP (KEY ACTIVIST)
(EXTREMIST)
(00;NY)
ReNY airtel to Bureau, 7/20/72.
With re airtel was enclosed f NY IEK 7g/W,
and forward copies to the oureau.
Upon review of tj« tr«^ption it^is
pertinent sections of ^ e t *» t «^* e ; p . e Sn ln tellici*>le. Unless
In addition, sections of ^e tape are unince^ n ^
advised to the contrary, iIY will retain t > >
placlit in the 1-b exhibit section of the file.
2 - bureau (RK)
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SUBJECTS Af^^MS^TITmBS
(KEY ACTIVIST)
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(00: KEY YORK) «*.
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Sncloeed for the fSr&.bea Mew A
regarding subject. Three copies are be ing ol lM U/ 1
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being disseminated locally w «• v-
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MM 100-15903
LEAD
MIAMI
At Miami. Florida:
CONFItNM.
TT111 continue to follow any activities of ABBOTT
HOWARD HOFFMAN when he Is In the Miami area.
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, was/were forwarded to them for direct response to you.
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Miami, Florida
August 14, 1972
RE: ABBOTT HOWARD HOFFMAN
SECURITY MATTER -
REVOLUTIONARY ACTIVITIES
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JERRY RUBIN and ABB IE HOFFMAN on February 18,
1970 were found guilty of anti-riot law violations that
arose from activities during the National Convention in
Chicago, Illinois, August, 1968. Pending an- appeal, - they — *
were released on bond by the U.S. Court of Appeals, Chicago,
Illinois- STEWART ALBERT is one of the original founders
of the YIP and is the constant companion of JERRY RUBIN *
The YIP also known as Yippies, is a loosely knit
anti-establishment revolutionary youth organization formed
in New York City in January, 1968.
ABB IE HOFFMAN publicized plans for a picnic at
the Florida Atlantic University extension located at the
Ida Fisher School, Miami Beach, Florida. This picnic was
scheduled between 11:45 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. after which a
film would be shown.
2.
CONFIDENTIAL
CffljgjLtoNTIAL
RE: ABBOTT HOWARD HOFFMAN
On July 7, 1972, there was a showing of the film
"The Chicago 7" at the school on Miami Beach which film
had been sponsored by the Florida Atlantic University Branch
ABB IE HOFFMAN was supposed to appear and speak but it was
not known whether he actually did appear or not,
ABB IE HOFFMAN and JERRY RUBIN were at Flamingo
Park, Miami Beach on the night of July 5, 1972, and approved
the campsite. At this tine, there were about 200 Yippies
in the Miami area.
MM 100-16028
In view of the expected increase in activities tram
now through the Republican National Convention, no further
LRUs will be submitted until after the convention and pertinent
information will be submitted to the Bureau by suaaary teletype
as the situation demands, UACB.
LEAD
MIAMI
AT MIAMI, FLORIDA
Will follow activities relative to the Tipples and
Zipples in Miasl.
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I I Documents) originating with the following government agency<ies)
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KUN* 100-15903
Ul^ ED STATKS DEPARTMENT OF ^JTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OP INVESTIGATION
Miaai, Florida
August 14, 1972
Title
ABBOTT HOWARD HOFFMAN
Character
Reference
SECURITY MATTER - REVOLUTIONA
ACTIVITIES
Is made to letterhead memoran
dated and captioned as above i
Miami, Florida
All sources (except any listed below) vhose identities
are concealed in referenced communication have furnished reliable
information in the past*
CONF^ENTIAL
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ol the TBI and is loaned to your agency; It and its contents arc not to be distributed outside
your agency.
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IVES" iG ATION
*«PO*TtNC OFFICI
NEW YORK
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ABBOTT flOWABD WfFMAN.' ate
j' u/ufrF shown otherwise.
SM-YIP V- -
(KEY ACTIVIST)
(KEY ACTIVIST.; * til
(extremist)
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NY report of S
dated Y/23/72.
EL A SON
DATE OF,
Attached to this repork'are two copies of an
FD-376, onf of which is for transmittal to Secret Service,
Washington, D.C,
Individuals and organizations mentioned in this
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2-Miami (100-15903) (RM)
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ADMINISTRATIVE cont'd:
Subject is the subject of m anti-riot laws case
in which Chicago is the office of origin*
The subject is no longer subject of an ant i- riot laws
case in Washington, D.C., due to the dismissal of two
indictments against subject by United States District
Court, Washington, D*C, on July 28, 1972.
from
Unite
1972.
from
DistrTc
ngton, D.C.,
obtained the information
udge J* LEWIS SMITH,
ngton, D.C. , on June 27,
jained the information
United States
August 7, 1972.
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MIAMI
NEW YORK
„ Tr VTtru vnpv yiii follow and report
^ „u vnPK j M YO^ Wi"^; york clty area.
upon the subject s activity
FD-305 (Rev. 3*9-72>
NY 100-16144?
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1. £j Subject's name is included in the ADEX-, Category Qgl Qll CjIII OIV
2. 5£j The data appearing on the ADEX Card are current.
4. A suitable photograph QgJ is D is not available.
Date photograph was taken 7/2/68 -
5. O Subject is employed in a key facility and
is charged with
security responsibility. Interested agencies are
7. ffi Subject previously interviewed (dates) 9 /6 /6 8
Subject was not j interviewed Jjg reinterviewed because (state reason)
when previously interviewed he was evasive and made it
clear he was on the opposite side of "things" to the FBI*
In addition, he falsely claimed in a P^ e sf conference on^
September 18, 1968, that Agents visited him every third day
in New York City to obtain information concerning his
activities and laughed at him when he asked why they did
not investigate police brutality in Chicago. Additional effori
. jt» inhprvipu suhi*e.t_cx>tild result in embarrassment „to the Bur<
8. □ ntTs rrsrTKT roTTgvr nrerts-ffreTVUtA'cnrem ana axerternas oeen oireciea to uie Bureau
recommending cancellation.
9. GjJ This case has been reevaluated in the light of the ADEX criteria and it continues to fall
within the criteria of Category marked above because (state reason)
his philosophy and activities portray him as an individual
who would constitute a threat to the national defense of the
nation in time of a national emergency (instant report).
10. xl This case has been reevaluated in the light of the ADEX criteria and it should be tabbed
Category [x"J I O II □ HI O IV because (state reason)
See Item 9 above.
1 1. fx] Security Hash Notice (FD-i65) to identification Division:
CS Submitted 10/16^68 Placed 0CJYes QNo
12, QE Subject is Extremist in Category I of ADEX and Stop Notice has been placed with the
Bureau Stop Index.
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UN I f ; u STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
August 23, 1972
WASHINGTON, D.C 2053S
Director
United States Secret Service
Department of the Treasury
Washington, D. C 20220
RE: Abbott Howard Hoffman
Dear Sir:
The information furnished herewith concerns an individual or organization believed
to be covered by the agreement between the FBI and Secret Service concerning protective
responsibilities, and to fall within the category or categories checked.
J I 1 Threats or actions against persons protected by Secret Service.
2. □ Attempts or threats to redress grievances.
3. D Threatening or abusive statement about U. S. or foreign official.
4. (X2 Participation in civil disturbances, anti-U- S. demonstrations or hostile
incidents against foreign diplomatic establishments.
5. O Illegal bombing, bomb-making or other terrorist activity.
6. O Defector from U. S. or indicates desire to defect.
7. [j£ Potentially dangerous because of background, emotional instability or
activity in groups engaged in activities inimical to U. S.
Photograph has been furnished □enclosed Q is not available.
L. Patrick Gray, Til
Acting Director
CONF
NTIAL
1 - Special Agent in Charge (Enclosure<s)) (1)
U. S. Secret Service, NYC (RM)
EnclOSUre(s) 1 fVpon removal of classified enclosure*, if any, this transmittal form
A become* UNCLASSIFIED^
I'D 204 (Rev. 3-3-S9)
CONFlOJrtfelAL
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UNITS*- STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUS"fe
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Copy t 0s 1-Secret Service, New York City (RM)
R«port of:
Do*«: AugUi
Fituomct fii« # 100-161445
Titlt: ABBOTT HOWARD HOFFMAH
owe: New York, Hew York
B«r«o«FiW# : 100*449923
Synopsif:
SECURITY MATTER-YOUTH INTERNATIONAL
PA5TV
ABBOTT HOWARD HOFFMAN maintains his residence in the roof
apartment located at 114-116 East 13th Street, New York
City, and is self-employed as a writer from his residence
Subject has made recent extended visits to Miami,
Florida, during which time he resides at the Albion Hotel
1650 James Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida. While in Miami,
subject has been active in organizing Youth International
Party protest activities to occur during the National
Political Conventions to be held in Miami, Florida, in
July and August, respectively. Activities in Youth
International Party set forth. Various public
appearances of subject set forth. SUBJECT SHOULD BE
CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
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C0NFI1
IAL
GROUP
EXCLUDED! \ FROM
AUTOMATld DOWNGRADING
AND DECLASSIFICATION
it*
Th,. document contain, neither recommendation* nor concigtioM of the FBI. It » the property of the FBI sad U U»mA to you
are not to be distributed outudc your agency.
U. S. GOV EMMMBrT FKMTWC OFFICE : ltT9 O
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NY 100-161445
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
I . BACKGROUND
A, Residence *
B. Employment ~
C» Arrests
1. Anti-Riot Law Violation in
Chicago, Illinois 2
2. Anti-Riot Law Violation in
Washington, D.C. 3
II. ACTIVITIES IN YOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARTY 4
III. PUBLIC APPEARANCES 1°
A. De Pauw University, Greencastle,
Indiana, May 9, 1972 10
B. Press Conference at Metropolitan
Airport, Detroit, Michigan, May 12, 1972 11
C. Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, May 16,1972 11
D. Interview on the NBC "Today
Show", July 14, 1972 12
E. YIP "Phone Freak" Convention, New
York, New York, July 29, 1972 13
IV. WRITINGS 13
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NY 100-161445
DETAILS:
I . BACKGROUND
A. Residence
th*t at ie^^
present time the subject ana his wife, ANITAfHOFFMAN,
continue to maintain their residence in the^roof apartment
located at 114-116 East 13th StreeJU-NfiwjrprX City, New^Yprk^
F that at
was among those
individuals comprising the Youth International
Party (YIP) , also known as Yippies, Staff, The
YIP is a loosely-knit , anti-establishment,
revolutionary youth organization formed in New
York City in January, 1968. In May, 1972, a
small faction calling itself YIP-Zippie
into being.
B. Employment
present
his residence.
C. Arrests
>ject
t at the
employed as a writer from
1. Anti-Riot Law Violation-Chicago, Illinois
On May 11, 1972, the United States Court of
Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Chicago, in a slip opinion of
that date, issued the following pertinent rulings
regarding the contempt aspect of subject's conviction for
anttriot law violations at Chicago, Illinois, in August,
1968, docket number 18294.
The Court held that the United States Supreme
Court ruling in MAYBERRY vs. Pennsylvania governed in this
case and remanded all contempt citations against non- lawyer
appellants to the Executive Committee of the United States
District Court, Chicago, for reassignment to an unbiased
judge for his subsequent review and a jury trial.
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In the event that this judge were to determine that the
maximum sentence for any of the defendants was to be less
than six months , them a jury trial would not be necessary.
The Court did not go to the' merits of any of the individual
citations against any subject as to legal sufficiency,
however, did so in the case of the two attorneys for the
defense, that is, KUNSTLER and WEINGLASS.
In its opinion the Court held specifications deemed
legally insufficient regarding WEINGLASS were numbers one, two,
three, five, six, seven, and eight. Regarding KUNSTLER,
specifications numbered one. two* five, eleven, twelve,
thirteen, fourteen, fifteen^ sixteen, the first part oi
seventeen, eighteen, and nineteen, were deemed legally
insufficient. The remainder were reversed and remanded under
the sa&e guidelines as the non- lawyer appellants.
No disposition has yet been made by the Court of
the Appeals regarding the substantive antiriot law convictions.
2. Anti-Riot Law Violation In Washington, D.C.
on
On June 27, 1972,
Judge J. LEWIS SMITH, United States District Court,
District of Columbia, advised that the trial date for case
has not been set. J ptated that since the United
States Supreme Court has ruled on the Sixth Circuit case of
United States vs. KEITH, a decision should be made by
Judge SMITH in the immediate future as to the setting of a
and possible trial date for subject's case.
_ further advised that the HOFFMAN case is presently
being reviewed in light of the KEITH case by Judge SMITH.
un August i 9 Lift, _
, United States District t;ourt, Washington, D.C.,
aoVised that in the case of United States vs. ABBOTT HOWARD
HOFFMAN (case number 97371), the government moved on
Julv 28. 1972. to dismiss two indictments aeainst HOFFMAN.
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HOFFMAN was Indicted on May 13, 1971 , charging him with
Interstate Travel to Organize and Participate in a Riot*
and obstructing a policeman during the riot.
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Court, granted the government's motion and Issued an order
dismissing the indictments against HOFFMAN* This order was
signed by Judge SMITH on July 28 , 1972.
II. ACTIVITIES IN THE YOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARTY (YIP)
JERRY RUBIN along with subject, on February 18, 1970,
were found guilty of anti-riot law violations that
arose from activities during the National Convention
at Chicago, Illinois, in August, 1968. Pending an
appeal they were released on bond by the United
States Court of Appeals, Chicago, Illinois.
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____ _ _ __K* vise d an anti-war rally
tooV place on campus ac the University of Miami , Coral Gables ,
Florida, on May 12, 1972. Subject, JERRY RUBIN, and STU
ALBERT participated, along with actress, CANDICE BERGEN and
actor, DONALD SUTHERLAND. A minor altercation with
unsympathetic Cuban students occurred. During the program,
a small amount of pepper gas was released. No other
incidents occurred and no arrests were made.
STU ALBERT is one of the original founders
of the YIP and is the constant companion
of JERRY RUBIN.
Following the rally, RUBIN asked for help with
his plans for the National Political Conventions. About
300 expressed a desire to assist and they reportedly
contributed a total of $400. to RUBIN.
_ _ „ _ _ that subject, .
RUBIN, and STU ALBERT met with the Chief of Police at the
Miami Beach Police Headquarters. During the meeting, they
stated it was their desire that the conventions be peaceful.
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They requested the use of the Bay shore Golf Course as a
campsite during the time of the conventions when they will
stage a ten day festival from July 4 through July 14. They
were advised that such a decision would have to be made by
the Miami Beach City Manager. RUBIN requested a meeting
with the City Manager for May 23, 1972. All stated they
hoped no attempt would be made to infiltrate their
organization. They advised that they represented the
Youth International Party.
Following the meeting, RUBIN and ALBERT held a
press conference in front of the Miami Beach Police
Department Headquarters — They bad previously »Ieri"e^-the
local press concerning the meeting with the Chief of Police.
HOFFMAN did not participate In the press conference since
he was leaving Miami on a noon flight.
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III. PUBLIC APPEARANCES
A. De Pauw University, Greencastle, Indiana, May 9, 1972,
that subject
appeared on cne campus or ue rauv university, Greencastle,
Indiana, at the request of the Student Senate. Subject
was paid for three speeches which he delivered on May 9 9
1972, on the De Pauw University campus. Subject spoke at
9:00 AM at a conference attended only by Terre Haute, Indiana,
television station and the De Pauw University campus radio
station.
Subject spoke again at 10:30 AM and 12:00 noon on
the same date to two other gatherings of De Pauw University
students. The total number of students attending all
gatherings was estimated by the source at approximately 400.
At no time did subject make any statements advocating
revolution or the use of violence* Subject noted that he
was opposed to increased bombing of North Vietnam and made
it clear that he supported both the Chinese Communists
and the North Vietnamese in the Southeast Asian conflict*
At all appearances subject requested students to
attend the Democratic National Convention in Miami. Florida,
during the summer of 1972, in an effort to help get GEORGE
MC GOVERN elected. Subject specifically cautioned all students
to under no circumstances condone or participate in violence*
as to do so might embarrass MC GOVERN and jeopardize his
nomination for the Presidency of the United States.
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B. Press Conference at Metropolitan Airport, Detroit,
Michigan. May 12. 1972 m
,^,_ r ^. subject held a
press conference at Metropolitan Airport, Detroit, Michigan,
during Which he stated he expected 30,000 to 40,000 demonstrators
to be in Miami for the National Democratic Convention in
July, 1972. Subject stated he would launch plans for
demonstrations to be held at the convention similar to those
held in Chicago in 1968.
C. Ohio University. Athens, Ohio. May 16, 1972
^j^^^^^S ^^^^^^^^^^SJi subject appeared
on the campu^orTnToUniversity ^OU), Athens, Ohio, on
the evening of May 15, 1972, His appearance was sponsored by
the 0U Student Center Program Board and Black Students for
Political Awareness, a Black student organization. Both
organizations are university sectioned student organizations.
The program included the showing of a file entitled,
••The Chicago Conspiracy Trial", at 7:00 PM in the Baker
Student Center on the 0U campus. The film was followed by a
panel discussion. In addition to subject, the panel
consisted of LESTER MARKS, University Ombudsman; JOHN STIMMELL,
local attorney and 0U Legal Counsel; RON HUNT and ROGER SCHAFER,
Professors in 0U Government Department; DAVID KNIGHT, Chairman,
Student Government Board; and WENDELL BROWN, Chairman, Black
Students for Political Awareness*
tne film was shown at 7:00 PM
with approxTmately 600 students attending, however, due to
his having missed an airline connection, subject's appearance
in the panel discussion was postponed until 11:30 PM on
May 15, 1972.
:he firm and panel discussion were
conducted En an orderly manner with no demonstrations or
incidents associated with either.
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D. Interview on the NBC "Today Show", July 14, 1972
On July 14, 1972, ABBOTT HOWARD HOFFMAN appeared
for approximately seven minutes on the National Broadcasting
Company (NBC) television show, the "Today Show," during
which time HOFFMAN was interviewed by co-hosts, BARBARA WALTERS
and HUGH DOWNS.
During his appearance, HOFFMAN mentioned his role
in the upcoming book entitled VOTE, and which will be
concerned wit'i demonstrations at the two national party
conventions. He mentioned the funds received from the book
will be used to support demonstrations during the Republican
Convention in Miami. HOFFMAN said he hoped the book will be
good "propaganda" for the Youth International Party (YIP).
Regarding the upcoming Republican Convention,
HOFFMAN remarked he will be "in the streets", and that he
anticipated "massive militant demonstrations," against
President NIXON' s war policy and domestic policy.
When asked by BARBARA WALTERS if he will be leading
the demonstrations, HOFFMAN remarked "No, I don't consider
myself a leader," but stated he "will be playing a role in
the demonstrations." HOFFMAN concluded to the question, "You're
trying to get me in another trial BARBARA."
When asked if he anticipated another Chicago,
HOFFMAN remarked "In some sense I hope we do have a repeat
of Chicago in that we have an impact on the political process."
HOFFMAN concluded that he hoped there will not be violence
as there was in Chicago.
When asked if his political idiology has changed,
HOFFMAN remarked, "No, some of the tactics have changed, but
not the goals. Now I believe in socialism, redistribution
of the wealth, and an end to imperialism and racism."
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E. YIP "Phone Freak" Convention, New York, New York, on July
29. 1972,
_ [advised that subject was
present t6f fl tittle at a YIP ,T Phone Freak" Convention held
on July 29, 1972, in the Palmer Room of the Hotel Diplomat,
110 West 43rd Street, New York City. At the peak of the
Convention about 40 young persons were in attendance,
approximately one-third of" whom were high school teenagers,
who gathered there to hear several individuals explain various
means of exploiting the Telephone Company* Attention centered
on how to make long-distance telephone calls without being
tr4 1
demonstrated and techniques explained. During his brief
appearance the subject spoke briefly against various policies
used by the Bell Telephone Company. Subject stated Bell
Telephone is another means by which the poor people in this
country are being exploited oy having to pay for long-distance
calls.
IV. WRITINGS
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SUBJECT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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